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SAVANNAH GRASKEY

SAVANNAH GRASKEY

Nashville,Tennessee

Summary

Strategic and results-driven communications leader with 15 years of experience in integrated marketing and Public relations across diverse sectors, including tech, enterprise, and nonprofit brands. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams to execute global communication strategies that drive brand growth and generate leads. Known for compelling narratives, managing high-visibility campaigns, and fostering collaboration to meet business objectives. Expertise spans across digital marketing, media relations, content creation, internal communications, and team management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Communications

PreciTaste
06.2022 - Current
  • Lead holistic marketing and public relations strategies that have contributed to a 70% marketing-led inbound customer base and a 300% YoY growth in annual recurring revenue
  • Manage a global team of 4 across 3 countries, overseeing integrated paid media, design, public relations, social media, event planning, and website development
  • Play a key role in executive decision-making and lead global internal communications, including employee recognition programs
  • Co-lead investor communications, aligning messaging with company objectives to secure continuous funding
  • Led all website content, messaging, design, video, and webinar development


*See PreciTaste.com for recent content, writing, news articles and events

Account Director, Public & Influencer Relations

GS&F
02.2018 - 06.2022
  • Spearheaded public relations and influencer strategies for B2B and B2C accounts
  • Built Influencer Program (across all clients) from the ground up, which ultimately accounted for 40% of total department revenue
  • Led a team of 5, managing a diverse set of clients such as Louisiana Pacific (LP) Building Products, Hunt Brother's Pizza and Jack's Family Restaurants
  • Developed crisis communication plans and executed media relations to elevate brand visibility and engagement

Senior Account Executive

Cutline
12.2016 - 01.2018
  • Created public relations strategies and managed crisis communications for emerging tech consumer brands and enterprise tech clients, including WhatsApp and Yahoo

Senior Account Executive

Max Borges
11.2015 - 12.2016
  • Directed public relations, influencer, and content strategies for B2C tech startups, increasing media exposure and consumer engagement
  • Built Content Creator Campaign, organizing partnerships to capture creative content for leading digital toy brand, Boogie Board, an effort that stil runs to this day

Account Executive

Double Forte
05.2015 - 10.2015
  • Supported public relations and managed influencer partnerships for wellness brands such as CLIF Bar and CamelBak

Director of Public Relations

Trosper Communications
02.2011 - 04.2015
  • Built the department from the ground up as the first and only employee, ultimately managing a team of 4
  • Led public relations and community engagement efforts for public safety and nonprofit sectors, including the Las Vegas Fire and Police Department Unions
  • Developed and oversaw the execution of media strategies that successfully raised awareness of key community issues, elevating the unions and political clients through grassroots and local media efforts

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Business

University of Nevada, Reno

Skills

  • Integrated Marketing & Communications
  • Media Relations & Crisis Management
  • Digital Strategy & Content Creation
  • Influencer & Public Relations Campaigns
  • Internal Communications & Employee Engagement
  • Event Planning & Execution
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • ROI Analysis & Budget Management

Leadership in Volunteerism

Sisters Event Planning Lead | Life Church, Hendersonville, TN | August 2024 - Present

  • Led planning and execution for the church's largest women's event, reaching a record 250+ attendees; Currently plan and execute group volunteerism initiatives in collaboration with local nonprofits


Lead Instructor, Job Skills | Begin Anew, Nashville, TN | January 2021 - March 2022

  • Developed and taught a job skills program for underprivileged women, mentoring participants and helping them prepare for employment opportunities


Board Member | S.A.F.E. House, Las Vegas, NV | October 2014 - May 2015

  • Served as the youngest board member, leading PR efforts and contributing pro bono communications services to support victims of domestic violence

Timeline

Director of Communications

PreciTaste
06.2022 - Current

Account Director, Public & Influencer Relations

GS&F
02.2018 - 06.2022

Senior Account Executive

Cutline
12.2016 - 01.2018

Senior Account Executive

Max Borges
11.2015 - 12.2016

Account Executive

Double Forte
05.2015 - 10.2015

Director of Public Relations

Trosper Communications
02.2011 - 04.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Business

University of Nevada, Reno
SAVANNAH GRASKEY